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If you’re selling a luxury home in the Seattle area, here are three top-tier real estate brokerages worth considering—with strong reputations in the upscale market, plus what they bring to the table. I can dig up more (5–10) if you want a broader list. 1. Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty 6 Why they’re strong for luxury sellers: They are the Seattle-area arm of the global luxury brand Sotheby’s International Realty, which gives access to an international network of affluent buyers. Sotheby's Realty+2Moira Presents+2 One of their brokers, Moira Holley, is in the “top 1% of the Seattle region’s most successful luxury real-estate brokers” and is a member of the Sotheby’s Market Leaders Forum. Moira Presents They explicitly emphasize waterfront, penthouse and high-end architecture homes—great if your property falls into that category. What to ask/check: How many luxury homes (say, $2 M+ or $5 M+ depending on your property) have they sold in the past 12 months? Their marketing plan: international exposure, professional photography, staging for luxury homes. Commission and fee structure (sometimes higher for ultra-luxury). Timeline expectations for a high‐end property in today’s Seattle market (which, given rising inventory, may take longer). 2. The Agency Seattle 6 Why they’re strong for luxury sellers: The Agency is a high‐profile brand with a dedicated luxury focus and global presence. Their Seattle site emphasises “luxury real estate including homes for sale and rent, new development…”. The Agency Good fit if your home is distinctive (architectural, new-build, waterfront or with unique features) and you want premium branding around the listing. What to ask/check: How they handle new-development or very high-end listings in Seattle (if applicable). Their network of buyers/investors both locally and globally (since luxury often draws out‐of‐town buyers). Their success rate in your particular neighborhood or property type (waterfront, high-rise condo, estate, etc.). 3. Hines Group / The Agency 6 Why they’re strong for luxury sellers: The Hines Group notes specifically “sell property … luxury homes for sale in Seattle & beyond.” Hines Group Homes Since they are associated with The Agency (in their brand line), they combine local expertise (Seattle area) with luxury‐market positioning. What to ask/check: Their track record for homes similar to yours (price point, neighborhood, type). Their marketing strategy: Do they stage the property? Use specialized luxury marketing (videos, drone shots, international syndication)? Their buyer network: do they actively work with high‐net‐worth individuals, etc. 4.2Realogics Sotheby's International Realty - Downtown Seattle Office5.0The Agency SeattleUse two fingers to move the mapHold Ctrl to zoom© Mapbox Terms© OpenStreetMap Tips for you as a luxury seller in Seattle Define your price range and what “luxury” means for your home (is it $2 M–$5 M, $5 M–$10 M, waterfront, estate, high-rise penthouse, etc.). Ask for comparable recent sales (especially high-end) in your neighborhood to benchmark. In luxury markets, marketing and presentation matter a lot more: professional staging, high‐quality photography, video, maybe virtual tours, and targeted buyer outreach. Timing matters: even in luxury markets, inventory can accumulate, so having a strategy (e.g., hold, price appropriately, highlight unique features) is important. Fees: sometimes luxury listings carry higher marketing fees or require the seller to invest more up front (for staging, premium photography). Choose a broker who has also sold in your specific niche (waterfront vs. downtown condo vs. suburban estate) rather than just “luxury” in general. If you like, I can pull together 5 – 8 more luxury-specialist agencies in the Seattle region (including Eastside suburbs like Bellevue/Kirkland) with full comparison (history, listing portfolio, specialties) so you can pick 2-3 to interview. Would you like that?